Fair market value
Chevrolet Sonic prices by model year
Start with the 2020 market price, then compare earlier model years.
2020 fair price
$11,402
Mileage-adjusted from live market listings
Avg. depreciation / yr
11.5%
5-yr cost to own
$12,300
Pricing by model year
| Model year | Fair price | MSRP | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $11,402 | $16,720 | View 2020 pricing → |
| 2019 | $10,368 | $16,720 | View 2019 pricing → |
| 2018 | $8,713 | $16,520 | View 2018 pricing → |
| 2017 | $7,666 | $16,395 | View 2017 pricing → |
| 2016 | $6,509 | $15,595 | View 2016 pricing → |
Market demand
The Chevrolet Sonic has about 62 days of national market supply — a buyer-leaning market with more room to negotiate. See each model year for the negotiating-leverage read.
Depreciation
The Chevrolet Sonic depreciates about 11.5% per year. See the full depreciation curve →
Cost to own (5 years)
Estimated 5-year depreciation + fuel of about $12,300 (insurance, maintenance, and repairs excluded). See the breakdown →
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage · updated 8/30/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.